Personal info
Known for
Producer
Gender
Male
Birthday
30 May
Location
New York, United States
Edit pageNeil Canton
Biography
Neil Canton is an American film producer best known for his work on the Back to the Future trilogy. Born on May 30, 1948, in New York City, Canton began his career as an assistant to renowned director Peter Bogdanovich, working on films such as What's Up, Doc? and Paper Moon. He later collaborated with Walter Hill on The Warriors.
Canton's breakthrough came when he produced The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension, a cult classic that caught the attention of Steven Spielberg. Spielberg recommended Canton to Robert Zemeckis for the production of Back to the Future. The rest, as they say, is history. The Back to the Future trilogy became a global phenomenon, cementing Canton's place in Hollywood.
Beyond the Back to the Future trilogy, Canton has produced numerous other films, including The Witches of Eastwick, Money Train, and Interstate 60. He has also served as an instructor and mentor at the American Film Institute Conservatory, sharing his wealth of experience with aspiring filmmakers.
Canton's contributions to the film industry have been significant. He has produced some of the most beloved and successful films of all time, and his work has inspired countless filmmakers. He continues to be an active member of the film community, and his legacy is sure to endure for many years to come.
